Summary sheet
The project concerns the modernisation and expansion of the core Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) port of Klaipeda, covering targeted investments in port infrastructure and operations to strengthen maritime transport and logistics, enable offshore renewable energy deployment, and provide logistical support of allied military vessels. in particular, the project comprises thirteen components that will support maritime transport development, the port's energy transition, military mobility, and the offshore renewable energy sector.
The aim is to develop the port into an innovative hub for port services, the maritime industry, and green energy to improve the port's efficiency and competitiveness, advance decarbonisation and the green transition in the port and the wider region, and reinforce security, resilience, and the EU's strategic autonomy.
Where and if applicable, the requirements of the Environmental Impact Assessment Directive (EIA) 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU, strategic environmental assessment (SEA) Directive 2001/42/EC, Birds Directive 2009/147/EC and Habitats Directive 92/43/EEC, Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC, as well as biodiversity assessment and the requirements of social standards will be verified during appraisal. The project is expected to contribute to climate action and environmental sustainability (CA&ES) objectives, in particular to climate mitigation. The project will be appraised and monitored in line with the EIB's policies, including the Environmental and Social Sustainability Framework.
The promoter shall ensure that contracts for implementation of the project will be tendered in accordance with the applicable EU procurement legislation, 2014/25/EU as well as Directive 92/13/EEC as interpreted by the Court of Justice of the EU, with publication of tender notices in the EU Official Journal, as and where required.